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Features

Dragon Ball XenoVerse 2 is going to expand vastly on the concepts introduced in the original series, bringing in a new hub city, and the most character customization choices to date, along with new features and special upgrades.[3] Additionally, there will be 'updates and post launch support for up to one year', similarly to the previous installment.[4] The five races that were introduced in the previous game make a return.

Flight will be allowed in the new hub city, Conton City, though the developers have noted that flight around the city will not be available at the beginning of the game—allowing players to explore the city in a specific order. Once they have reached a certain level and visited certain locations, the ability will be unlocked.[5]

Those who played Xenoverse 1 will be able to transfer their character to Xenoverse 2. That character is considered a hero in Xenoverse 2 and will play a part in the story. Some (but not all) items and costumes will also be transferred over.[6]

The loot system will be changed and will not be the same item drop system that was present in Xenoverse 1.[6]

At least one new transformation, with Super Saiyan 3 finally being present and available for custom characters.[7]

Furthermore, the player can now possess multiple transformations, such as Super Saiyan and Super Saiyan 3 on the same set, transforming from lower to higher levels, and back to the base state. Additionally, Super Saiyan no longer drains ki, however, ki is still not regained while in combat, and can only be regained through charging.[8]

The Pure Majin transformation makes its XenoVerse appearance straight from Dragon Ball Online, allowing a Majin to take on an appearance akin to the pure Majin Bū.[9]

Due to fan feedback, two new modes have been introduced in the VS Mode: Endless and No-level. Endless removes the time-limits, allowing the players to fight until the best fighter wins. No-level matches removes stats from the battles, placing the opponents on equal footing to create matches of skill.[14]

Plot Overview

The game's story takes place two-years after the events of the first game.[15]

Raditz Assault Arc

Saiyan Threat Arc

Planet Namekku Melee Arc

Crash: Ginyū Special Squadron Arc

Emperor of the Universe Arc

Fierce Fighting Against the Androids Arc

Future of Despair Arc

Decisive Battle: Majin Boo Arc

Anger of the Hakaishin Arc

Revival of the Emperor of the Universe Arc

Masked Saiyan Arc

Warriors of Demon Realm Arc

Fierce Fight with 6th Universe Arc

Warrior of Hope Arc

Development

The game began development before Dragon Ball Super aired in July 2015.[5] Before release, the game released two betas, a closed beta on October 8th, 2016, and an open beta on October 14th, 2016. The latter of these two was notably plagued by server issues. Both betas initially lasted for three days, however, the open beta, due to the server issues that plagued it, was extended to a fourth day.

Manga Adaptation

Trivia

Chi-Chi riding Kintoun in Super Dragon Ball Z.

The Earthling's use of the Nyoibō and Kintoun in XenoVerse 2 mirrors Chi-Chi's own usage of the items in Super Dragon Ball Z, where the Earthling woman — dressed in her gi from when she participated in the Tenkaichi Budōkai — fought using the Nyoibō, Kintoun, and the Bashōsen.